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The Innovation Stack

Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time

Book • 2020

The Innovation Stack by Jim McKelvey offers insights into how entrepreneurs can build unbeatable businesses by solving unsolved problems through a series of innovative solutions.

McKelvey shares his experiences with Square and explores historical examples of companies that have successfully employed this strategy.

The book emphasizes the importance of continuous innovation and problem-solving in entrepreneurship.

Mentioned by

Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Jonathan Babcock

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by

Drew Cohen

as an example of a business that succeeded by focusing on the consumer rather than the competition.

Dialogue. The Invisible Competitor, PC Market, McDonald's Salads, and Reframing Disruption

Mentioned by

Jonathan Babcock

as a favorite book about differentiating a business model.

700 Conversations. 13 Touches. 1 Thesis Scorecard. Here’s the Compass Method with Jonathan Babcock

Mentioned by

Jim Mckelvey

as a book he wrote which addresses how terrifying it is to do new things.

Jim McKelvey talks Square Inc, FDA Fast Trials & the Fed

Mentioned by

Avlok Kohli

when discussing the concept of removing steps in innovation, referencing Square's payment system.

#105 with Avlok Kohli and Xavier Helgesen - Leading AngelList Ventures and Buying Businesses Like Berkshire Hathaway

Mentioned by

Patrick O'Shaughnessy

when discussing ThredUp's iterative approach to problem-solving.

James Reinhart – Lessons in Process Power – [Founder’s Field Guide, EP. 32]

Mentioned by

Barry Ritholtz

as the book he wrote about building Square and overcoming challenges.

Jim McKelvey on 'The Innovation Stack' (Podcast)

Mentioned by

Jim Mckelvey

as a book he wrote, offering insights into building something the world has never seen before.

What's Next For Our Crazy Economy — With Square Co-Founder Jim McKelvey

Mentioned by

Chris Vasquez

as the author of the book, highlighting its principles for creating groundbreaking businesses.

Co-Founder of Square - How we beat Amazon & built a $50 Billion + Company | Jim McKelvey

Mentioned by

Jim Mckelvey

as his new book that talks about the innovation stack and the world of entrepreneurship.

Square Founder Jim McKelvey on How We're Thinking About Innovation All Wrong

Mentioned by

Jim McKelvey

while discussing his views on the current economic situation and the impact of the pandemic.

The Economy is Fine?, VC Funding Declines, Non-Negotiable Expectations

Mentioned by

Kurt Nikish

as the author and subject of the podcast episode.

Square’s Cofounder on Discovering — and Defending — Innovations

Mentioned by

Scott Galloway

in the introduction as the co-founder of Square and author of the book.

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